Town of Turner, Maine

Town of Greene, Maine Planning Board Minutes June 9, 2009

Rebecca Laliberte, Chairman, 946-3687 Peter Jolicoeur, Secretary & Associate, 946-7250 John Bennett, Treasurer, 946-4125 Gaetan Breton, Jr., 576-6812 George Schott, Associate, 946-7972 Donna Harrison, Associate, 946-5856 Karen Wilcox, Recording Secretary, 224-8061 Ferg Lea – AVCOG, 783-9186

FOR THE RECORD THIS MEETING WAS NOT TELEVISED.

CALL TO ORDER

Chairman, Rebecca Laliberte called the meeting to order at 7:04pm. Those Members present were Ms. Laliberte, Gaetan Breton, Jr., Peter Jolicoeur, Donna Harrison and George Schott. Board Member John Bennett was not present. Also present were CEO Randy Ray and AVCOG representative Ferg Lea.

I. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

(A) Planning Board Agenda for the July 14, 2009 meeting closes June 29, 2009.

(B) Those who wish to appear before the Planning Board must Submit an application or other written documentation that clearly explains the purpose of the request no later than the agenda closing date for the next regular Planning Board meeting.

Topics will be heard under new business in the order received.

Next regular Planning Board Meeting is July 14, 2009 at 7:00PM at the Greene Town Office.

(C) All AVCOG fees must be paid prior to the signing of the Final Mylar.

II. MINUTES FOR THE MAY 12, 2009 PLANNING BOARD MEETING

Mr. Jolicoeur made a motion to accept the May 12, 2009 Minutes. Mr. Breton seconded the motion. The Board Members voted 4 in favor and 1 abstention to accept the May 12, 2009 Minutes. Mr. Schott abstained from voting because he was not present at the May 12, 2009 meeting.

1 III. TREASURERS REPORT

Mr. Bennett was not present this evening; therefore there is no Treasurers Report.

IV. CEO REPORT

Mr. Ray reported that there were 9 building permits issued. The permits included 2 homes, 2 garages, 1 addition, 1 shed, 2 barns and 1 fill permit.

OLD BUSINESS:

V. JOHN RAC-CHANGE OF USE

Ms. Laliberte stated that the contour lines, septic, well, bathroom location, 30-foot driveway apron and the tree lines have been provided on the plan. A list of chemicals to be stored on the site has been provided. The lighting and the sign were discussed and Ms. Laliberte stated that they were found to be adequate. Mr. Schott stated that he was satisfied with the trees and buffers. There was then a discussion regarding erosion control and drainage. This discussion included some additional minor site work. These items will be addressed in the Finding of Facts and Conditions of Approval. It was then stated that all slopes and gravel areas would be stabilized. Ms. Laliberte and Mr. Jolicoeur then reviewed Section 6-501.1-Standards. Item A, Preservation of Landscape was found complete. There was a discussion regarding Item B, Relation of Proposed Buildings to the Environment. Mr. Rac stated that he would have a dumpster on the site and that the propane tanks would be fenced. Item C, Vehicular Access, Item D, Vehicular Access to Route 202, Allen Pond Road and Sawyer Road, and Item E Off-Street Parking were found complete. Item F, Surface Water was found complete, but would contain a Condition of Approval. Item G, Conservation, Erosion and Sediment Control was found complete after a discussion regarding slopes. Item H Phosphorous Export was found not applicable. Item I, Site Conditions, Item J, Signs and Item K, Special Features were found complete. Item L, Exterior Lighting was found complete but would contain a Condition of Approval. Item M, Emergency Vehicle Access was found complete. Item N, Municipal Services was found complete, Item O, Water Supply was found complete, Item P, Ground Water was found complete and Item Q, Air Emissions was found complete. Item R, Odor Control and Item S, Noise were found to be not applicable. Item T, Sewage Disposal was found complete, Item U, Waste Disposal was found complete, Item V, Buffer Areas was found complete, and Item X, The proposed activity is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan was found complete. Mr. Jolicoeur made a motion to accept the Plan as complete, with the above-discussed items to be placed in the Finding of Facts and Conditions of Approval. Ms. Harrison seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to accept the Plan as complete with the above-discussed items to be placed in the Finding of Facts and Conditions of Approval. The Board Members then signed the Plans. The Mylar will be signed at the July Planning Board meeting.

NEW BUSINESS:

VI. ADRIAN WOOD AND MARY TIGHE-CAMP RENOVATION

Mr. Adrian Wood addressed the Planning Board and stated that this proposal is to demolish the existing camp, before it falls down and to rebuild the camp. Mr. Wood stated that an assessment has been received from the DEP and that the mowed area is not considered wetlands; however land behind the mowed area is considered wetlands. There was then a discussion regarding the existing septic system and the possibility of installing a new septic system. This discussion revealed that a new septic placement could determine where a new camp could be built. There was also a discussion regarding the possibility of an aboveground septic system with a pump or a 2,000-gallon holding tank. There was also a discussion regarding a shared well and a CMP easement. The possibility of raising the camp to stabilize it was discussed; however Ms. Tighe stated that this was not an option. Mr. Ray then stated that the next step should be to have the soil analyzed to determine where and what type of septic system could be installed.

VII. INFORMATIONAL EXCHANGE

SCOTT SOUCY-GEM AND MINERAL STORE

Mr. Scott Soucy addressed the Planning Board and stated that he would like to open his business in the gravel parking area in Farris Park. This business would entail the hauling in of gravel for people to sift through to look for gems and tourmaline. Mr. Soucy stated that he would like to use the front, shed/type building as an office. Mr. Soucy stated that there is a well in the front of this property and that he would hook up a garden hose to it for the needed water. Mr. Soucy then explained his map to the Planning Board. Mr. Soucy then stated that this business would be seasonal and would operate from Memorial Day to Labor Day. There was then a lengthy discussion regarding how many businesses could operate on this property. Mr. Lea read the Ordinance, which led to a discussion regarding whether the shed becomes a building/principal structure. There was then a discussion regarding the possibility of renting one of the existing buildings. Mr. Ray stated that he believes that this property already has extended uses. Mr. Ray then referred to Section 6.101.2- Applicabilty, Items 1-4 and Chapter 3-7 Paragraph M and also Page 3-5, Item G. Mr. Ray stated that he believes the existing businesses are non-conforming. Mr. Schott stated that he believes there are too many structures on this property. After some continued discussion it was suggested that Mr. Soucy speak to Mr. Farris and try to determine a solution in order to run another business at this site.

Mr. Schott left the Board table at 8:30pm and returned at 8:35pm.

TOWN OF GREENE-NEW TOWN OFFICE

Mr. Charles Noonan, the Town Manager, addressed the Planning Board and stated that this proposal is to construct a new Town Office that will be approximately 4,200 to 4,300 square feet. It will be located on the existing site of the present town office and it will have 26 parking spaces. The proposal for the new office will be submitted 3 to the Building Committee next week. Mr. Noonan asked that the Wetlands Delineation be waived and that the Planning Board Public Hearing be waived. Mr. Noonan suggested that the Town of Greene hold the Public Hearing in either late August or early September. Mr. Noonan stated that this proposal would be out for bid the first week of July. Ms. Laliberte stated that she felt both the Planning Board and the Town should hold the Public Hearing. Mr. Noonan stated that a full application would be submitted in July and that his expectations are for preliminary approval in August and Final approval in September. The Planning Board agreed that the Town could hold the Public Hearing and to show where the wetlands are located without Wetlands Delineation. Mr. Schott suggested that the Planning Board might want to consider meeting every 2 weeks.

Mr. Schott left the Board meeting at 8:45pm.

Ms. Wilcox stated that if the Town were to hold the Public Hearing that the Minutes from this meeting should be made available to the Planning Board Members as well as to Ms. Wilcox. Mr. Breton stated that he believed the Town should not be treated any differently by meeting every 2 weeks. There was a discussion regarding the fact that in the past some projects were discussed at a Planning Board meeting held every 2 weeks, and that if the Town deemed this necessary the Planning Board would meet every 2 weeks.

VIII. CORRESPONDENCE

Ms. Laliberte stated that a workshop was going to be held by AVCOG on recycling. Ms Laliberte also stated that an application had been received to enroll in the National Planning Board Association.

Seeing no other discussion, Mr. Jolicoeur made a motion for adjournment. Mr. Breton seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 8:56pm.

Respectfully Submitted by

Karen Wilcox Recording Secretary